The course will be taught by three CBN faculty members, each responsible for teaching a module on a topic of choice. Each module consists of a mixture of lectures by the teaching faculty and student presentation/discussion of assigned primary research articles. Each student will also be required to write a brief critical review of the assigned research papers for each module. Topics include neurogenomics to assess CNS development and disease, sensory signaling, and quality control mechanisms in neurons and glia cells underlying nervous system function and dysfunction.

Course URL

Sakai

Course Satisfies Learning Goals

1. Master factual and conceptual knowledge in cell biology and neuroscience that will provide a solid foundation for success in advanced training and professional careers.

2. Develop an ability to summarize, integrate and organize information.

3. Use scientific reasoning to evaluate the potential for current research and new discoveries to improve our understanding of cell biology and neuroscience and its relevance to human health and to our society.

Grading Policy

The final grade in this course will be based upon three student presentatiosn (45%), class participation (10%), and three written papers (45% of the grade).

Course Materials

Primary Research Literature- journal articles assigned by the instructors

Course Closed

Course will be closed when a maximum of 18 students enrolled is reached. If this course is closed, please use the following link to add your name to the wait list: Wait List Sign Up for Fall 2017 Courses. If you have any questions, please contact the Division of Life Science - Office of Undergraduate Instruction at 848-445-2075 or visit our office at Nelson Labs B112, Busch Campus.